COVID-19 DISTRICT INFORMATION

Denison ISD

UPDATE: Denison ISD to extend school closure for the remainder of the 2019-2020 school year.

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Based on Governor Gregg Abbott's April 17, 2020 message, Denison ISD will be extending our school closure for the remainder of the 2019-2020 school year. In addition, there will be no extra-curricular activities or practices during the extended closure. Every effort must be taken to slow the spread of the COVID-19. The safety of our students and staff remains our top priority.

Students will continue receiving at-home instruction during this closure. Elementary and intermediate students with internet access should continue to check the Denison ISD website for weekly lessons. Packet pickup will continue for those families who do not have internet access. Scott Middle School and Denison High School students will continue to receive assignments via Schoology. Meal delivery will continue using established procedures and locations will continue as well until further notice.

Denison ISD is so very proud of the extra efforts given by our educators to produce at-home lessons. Likewise, the District is appreciative of our partnership with our families as they help to deliver these at-home lessons to ensure the continued academic growth of our students. Continue to monitor the Denison ISD website on a daily basis for updates. www.denisonisd.net

IN-HOME LEARNING DURING THE CLOSURE

CLICK ON THE GRADE LEVEL FOR YOUR STUDENT TO ACCESS THE ONLINE MATERIALS:

DENISON ISD CAMPUS PHONE NUMBERS

HOUSTON ELEMENTARY 903-462-7300

HYDE PARK ELEMENTARY 903-462-7350

LAMAR ELEMENTARY 903-462-7400

MAYES ELEMENTARY 903-462-7500

TERRELL ELEMENTARY 903-462-7550

B. McDANIEL INTERMEDIATE 903-462-7200

SCOTT MIDDLE SCHOOL 903-462-7180

DENISON HIGH SCHOOL 903-462-7125

COVID-19 DISTRICT INFORMATION

For the latest Denison ISD updates regarding the current COVID-19 status for our campuses, visit our information page for official notices. CLICK THE BUTTONS BELOW TO VISIT OUR INFORMATIONAL PAGES.

YELLOW JACKET FEEDING PROGRAM

Throughout the extended closure, Denison ISD will continue to serve Grab & Go Meals at the following locations:

▶ Hyde Park Elementary - 1701 Hyde Park Street

▶ B. McDaniel Intermediate - 400 Lillis Lane

▶ Lamar Elementary - 1000 S. Fifth Avenue

▶ Terrell Elementary - 230 W. Martin Luther King

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In addition, we will begin meal delivery to certain areas of town where there are clustered residential areas. We are asking the community for help in identifying areas where meal delivery would be beneficial. Additional sites include:

Anyone 18 and under is welcome to participate in this free breakfast and lunch program. Both meals will be served simultaneously 10:00am – 12:30pm Monday through Friday which will allow families to pick up both meals at once. Due to changes in government regulations, we will not be serving Saturday and Sunday meals; we also will not be serving on Good Friday, April 10.

CHILDREN'S MEDICAL CENTER FREE SERVICES

To our school and community partners:

As more cases of the coronavirus disease (COVID‑19) are reported in Texas, we are committed to providing health care to the community. Please take a moment to read the below message about Virtual Visit and share in your ISD communications.

Delivering high-quality care to you and your family virtually anywhere

With Virtual Visit, families can video chat free of charge with a provider right from home about illnesses, injuries and mental health. Virtual Visit by Children’s Health℠ Virtual Care is offering free screenings 24/7 with code: COVID19. This is for any child or adult, regardless of age or affiliation with Denison ISD.

Here’s how it works:

Visit the Virtual Visit web portal and create an account or download the app shown at the right.

When you need care, you can videoconference with a health care provider right from your smartphone, tablet, video-equipped computer or at one of our kiosks.

You can use Virtual Visit to address common conditions such as coughs, respiratory infections, colds, sinus infections, fever, flu, headaches, diarrhea, strep throat and pink eye. Virtual Visit is not for serious or life-threatening conditions. If you have an emergency, go to the emergency room or call 911.

SOCIAL, EMOTIONAL AND MENTAL HEALTH DURING THE CLOSURE

These are unusually times, and everyone is trying to manage the new “normal” related to the Coronavirus. It may cause stress and worry in children and ourselves. In times of change it is important to maintain a routine, eat healthy, get good rest, move our bodies, maintain positive thoughts, and starting next week, do our school work. Below are some resources to help parents discuss how to stay healthy and learn about the Coronavirus as well as tips on speaking to your children about Coronavirus. Lastly, it contains social emotional learning activities to help maintain good mental health.

Having your child cook with you is an engaging way to review measurements and fractions. While following the recipe, point out the size of a teaspoon vs. a tablespoon, a 1/4 cup vs. a 1/2 cup, etc. Discuss the temperature of the oven and the number of minutes that it takes to complete the cooking process! This is math...in real life!

All scholars at SMS and DHS have Schoology. They can check for messages and activities from their teachers on their smartphones or any WiFi device.

DENISON ISD BETTER TOGETHER

Meet the principal...

I am so thrilled to be joining the wonderful staff of Terrell Elementary School as principal. I look forward to growing the many wonderful things already happening at our school! I was a 7th grade English teacher in Denison ISD for 12 years Prior to working in Denison, I taught 1st grade in Plano ISD. Most recently I have been working with K-1 curriculum team. As part of the curriculum job, I was blessed to be the ACES/GT teacher here at Terrell and have already gotten to know so many students, faculty, and parents!

Mrs. Amy Neidert

ATTENTION TERRELL PARENTS

If you plan on attending your child's celebration or event, or if you plan to eat lunch with your child, please plan on arriving 10-15 minutes before the scheduled time so that you have time to sign in to our visitor management system. Thank you!

DISD

Elementary

Teacher of the year!]

Congratulations Mrs. Laroche!

EDUCATIONAL LEARNING LINKS

In-home learning assistance!

Click the Istation link below, This will help you with installing the program on your computer or on other devices. Students have to login into Istation using clever, but for that to work the program still needs to be downloaded on that device that is being used before hand.

Istation

Reading Online Resources

1. Libby by Overdrive This app allows users to enter their local public library and library card number to gain access to ebooks and audiobooks. By entering the Denison Public Library, you will gain access to the Northeast Texas Digital Consortium.

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2. DISD E-books and audiobooks You may send an email to create your online account and gain access to E-books and audiobooks for your school. That email is kuber@denisonisd.net Please send the ollowing:

The name of your studeThe name of their current school

Their student id number (lunch number)

Their 8-digit birthday (example: 03/18/2020) After their account is activated you can visit Follett Destiny to have access to ebooks and audiobooks on your student’s campus.